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Crowning Glory - Could LeBron James’ hot streak in the NBA playoffs be due to the ubiquitous headband he wears on the court? Perhaps not, but a humorous NBA.com video does track the accessory’s evolution over the years. Keep reading to see which NBA legends and current superstars who co-sign on the sporty look. —Britt Middleton   Miami Heat star LeBron James is rarely caught without the stretchy accessory. (Photo: Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

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Wilt Chamberlain - NBA legend Wilt “The Stilt” Chamberlain is credited as one of the originators of the sporty look in the 1960s and '70s.  (Photo: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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Carmelo Anthony - Carmelo Anthony of the New York Knicks kicks his headgear up two notches with the addition of shooting sleeves.  (Photo: Chris Trotman/Getty Images)

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Josh Smith - Josh Smith of the Atlanta Hawks dons the headband like a warrior carries a shield before battle.  (Photo: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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Donald Earl “Slick” Watts - Along with Chamberlain, Donald Watts was one of the first to set the trend for headbands in the 1970s.  (Photo: George Gojkovich/Getty Images)

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Jason Terry - We’re under the impression that it’s Jason Terry’s headband that helps the Dallas Mavericks plow toward the basket.  (Photo: Brett Deering/Getty Images)

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Paul Pierce - Paul Pierce of the Boston Celtics keeps his scoring drive alive with the addition of his signature headpiece.  (Photo: Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

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Allen Iverson - Allen Iverson, formerly of the Memphis Grizzlies, famously rocked a headband during his 14 seasons in the NBA. (Photo: Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

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Rajon Rondo - Boston Celtics star Rajon Rondo’s head accessory helps him propel past his opposition. (Photo: CJ GUNTHER/Landov)

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Bill Walton - NBA legend Bill Walton used a well-placed headband to hold back his fiery red mane in the 1970s and ‘80s.  (Photo: Vernon Biever/WireImage)